Abstract. Under the settings of the occupant population growth, higher building, and transportation masses, traditional houses in a tropical climate are not designed as a consequence of the optimal model in rural environments with improved air circulation and lower noise sources as original types in the past. Those conditions take consequences on occupational adaptation, physically and psychologically. The study intended to analyze the occupantâs sensitivity and adaptation to heat and noise environments. The tropical environment, which is represented by geographical...
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Nowadays, the amount of adaptations such as films, TV programs, or TV series is increasing dramatically. To a certain degree, many classic movies or interactive works are based on nice novels or real events. âThe Shawshank Redemptionâ is adapted from Stephen Kingâs classic novel (Different Seasons) and it can be seen how successful it is in being adapted into a meaningful movie. However, adaptations are neither simply adding a new ending to the story nor altering the name of the...
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Adaptation Is a change or the process of change by which an organism or species becomes better suited to its environment. In biology, adaptation has three related meanings. Firstly, it is the dynamic evolutionary process that fits organisms to their environment, enhancing their evolutionary fitness. Secondly, it is a state reached by the population during that process. Thirdly, it is a phenotypic trait or adaptive trait, with a functional role in each individual organism, that is maintained and has evolved...
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In daily life, human beings meet different people every day so there is a need for individuals to identify and make a judgment of the people they encountered to interact with them. Much research suggested that faces are a major source of information about individuals and function as crucial communication cues for people to interact with others (Rhodes et al., 2015; Todorov, Mandisodza, Goren, & Hall, 2005). Faces also play a crucial role in shaping the way people perceive others...
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âSensory adaptation refers to the fact that sensitivity to pro-longed stimulation tends to decline over time. According to the theory of natural selection, inherited characteristics that provide a survival advantage tend to spread throughout the population across generations. Why might sensory adaptation have evolved? What survival benefits might it confer to a small animal trying to avoid predators? To a predator trying to hunt prey?â What even is Sensory adaptation? âSensation = bottom-up process (the output) brings information from the...
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Introduction The purpose of this lab report is to reflect on an experiment carried out on 30/01/2020. The experiment's objective âwas to measure the minimum amount of luminance of a test spot required to produce a visual sensation which is the absolute intensity threshold (1/sensitivity) of the visual system to light in dark conditions as a function of time using the standard instrument for this purpose. By viewing the target extra-foveally, using part of the retina containing both cones and...
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Abstract This paper critically reviews the concept of professionalism. Despite the best efforts by theorists to define the concept, there is no singular definition. This paper considers political and policy contexts, by reviewing the concepts of, traditional, managerial, and democratic professionalism. I shape my own perspective of professionalism emerging from literature and my school experience to conceptualize a working definition of professionalism. I conclude that my professional identity is shaped by conforming to standards. What does it mean to be...
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Introduction The word professionalism has been a topic of research for many years. It has many angles and multiple definitions. In many areas like sports, music, etc. a professional would be a person whose skills and talent would be higher than an amateur. Moreover, professionals in the âclassicâ fields of law, medicine, and theology have codified rules and expectations for behavior developed over many centuries (Hart & Marshall, 1992). While teachers may sometimes not consider professionals by society. However, their...
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What seems to be the primary reason why Teach for America teachers perform better than many other teachers? Case B Answer: The primary reason why Teach for America teachers perform better than many other teachers is because of the education they receive while teaching in a low-income community. The experience that they received during the program helps them expand their potential and helps connect with their students so they could help them achieve their potential too. Having had the experience...
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Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are on the front line of climate change-related perturbations due to their small land masses located in areas prone to natural disasters and extreme weather events. Their exposure is exacerbated still further by factors such as a reliance on natural resources for subsistence and livelihoods, inadequate infrastructure, high population growth, and limited health, education, disaster response systems, and adaptive capacity. This entails challenges regarding freshwater availability, agricultural production, safe housing conditions, food security, and health....
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In the complex landscape of the 21st century, a profound skill has gained precedence, one that underpins our decision-making, shapes our perceptions and catalyzes innovation: critical thinking. This cognitive process is more than just the sum of its parts—it is the backbone of rationality and reasoning, paving the way for informed judgments and sound decisions. The United States of America, a democratic nation founded on the principles of freedom and individual rights, significantly benefits from its citizens embracing and harnessing...
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Respiration Rates of Germinating and Non-Germinating Peas Introduction For the purpose of this experiment, it is essential to have background information on what cellular respiration does and how it works. Cellular respiration, in simple terms, is the process by which sugar is broken down into a form that is readily usable by the cell to form its various functions. According to Hill (2014), âFor animals, energy is made available for life processes via respirationâthe slow combustion of carbohydrates, fats, and...
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The American poet, novelist, and environmental activist Wendell Berry once said in reference to Earth Day, âThe Earth is what we all have in common.â He said this as a way to get people to take action even starting small for Earth Day by recycling instead of throwing everything away. He wanted them to eventually incorporate it into their everyday life. When you think about it, the people living on the planet are all humans. In recent years there have...
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Waste Management Fraud What were the incentives and pressures that led to the fraud? There are different factors for the incentive or pressure to lead fraud in the cooperation because the working conditions were not followed the accounting procedure operation and they are not anti-irregularity accounting operation. The management and employees have an incentive that was the reason for committing fraud since the absence of well-organized internal controlled auditors was inefficient controls, and an inefficient management system. The other additional...
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Introduction: The Joplin tornado, rated EFâ5 on the Enhanced Fujita scale, hit the state of Missouri on May 22, 2011. It is considered one of the deadliest tornadoes in US history. Tornadoes routinely occur all over the world and cause various levels of damage to life and property. I chose this topic because I have always been fascinated with tornadoes and other severe weather and climate events, the precautions or warnings associated with them, and how the latter helped reduce...
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Heart of Darkness Activity Foreshadowing âThe air was dark above Gravesend, and farther back still seemed condensed into a mournful gloom, brooding motionless over the highest, and the greatest town on Earthâ(Conrad, 65). The darkness that spreads above the port creates an atmosphere of despair and mystery as the novel begins. It is this gloomy atmosphere that serves to foreshadow the hardship and sadness that is soon to come. Conrad paints the initial setting as sinister, drawing a parallel to...
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Market Analysis of Recycling Kiosks Waste management has been proven to be a real challenge among populations and societies. With the increasing populations and the expanding consumption rates, waste volumes continue to threaten the sustainability efforts of waste management. The state of the environment has continued to degrade to poor waste disposal, and there are significant health impacts that have emerged as a result. Government agencies and private entities have continued to join efforts to enhance waste management efforts over...
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Awareness in the Public About global warming Introduction: Most of the information available on global warming is about its causes and effects of global warming. The World Health Organization (WHO) observes that each year more than 1, 50,000 people die on grounds that are linked to global warming. According to Collins dictionary, âA slight but continuing increase in the temperature of the lower atmosphere, usually attributed to an intensifying of the greenhouse effect that could lead to harmful climatic conditions.â...
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Introduction Hydraulic fracturing or fracking is a technique used to extract non-renewable sources of energy such as oil and natural gas. This technique was developed because there are certain sources such as shales and subterranean rocks from which extraction cannot be done using existing methods known at the time of its invention. What is fracking and how it came about? Hydraulic fracturing is a technique in which a liquid mixture (containing certain chemical components and water) is injected into the...
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What are the impacts of deforestation on a sustainable future? Deforestation is the process of removing trees and forests from a landscape. This may be done for many reasons including making space for other land uses such as to harvest for wood resources or for agriculture. Although it might not be something that we see or hear about every day, deforestation is a widespread problem, which exists all across the globe and has been there for many years. It is...
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In the world of music, there is a never-ending circle where lyrics are the focal point in the piece then shift to play minor roles in a more harmonious form of music. In this paper, I am going to discuss the history of rap music and how it has evolved through the circular motion from lyrically dominated music centered on the church to music that is appealing to the ear. I will start in the 10th century with the Gregorian...
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Introduction Celebrities are an important factor in our life whether we realize it or not there like political figures their image whether on the big screen of a movie theater or television is a representation of the power and wealth they possess which is what makes them famous in the first place to the people. One of the most famous celebrities is Marilyn Monroe she was a famous actress recognized not only for her theatrical work ethic but the beautiful...
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Before explaining variances between genders, it is essential to differentiate between the terms gender and sex. The terms sex and gender had been used interchangeably for centuries. In 1949 a French author, Simone de Beauvoir in her book (The second sex) defined the terms sex and gender differences. She mentioned, âOne is not born, but becomes a womanâ (as cited in Butler, 1986, p.35). Generally, a personâs sex is determined by his/her biological and genetic state. Males and females are...
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Alternative Food and Feed Products Globally, the demand for traditional protein sources (livestock and fish) is expected to grow by 76% from 2007 to 2050 (Alexandratos and Bruinsma, 2012). This increase is due to not only a growing population but also changing diets in developing countries compared to developed nations (Rosegrant et al., 2012). Land that is not suitable cultivation of crops can often efficiently be used to graze livestock. However, overgrazing and the creation of new pastures at the...
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This assignment will analyze three issues in psychology, ethical issues, the right to withdraw, and the protection of participants will be addressed. Examples will be given throughout along with reasons to why ethical guidelines are in place, gaining an understanding of the science of morals and rules of behavior in all professional activity. Ethical guidelines exist and are a required code of conduct that is needed to be maintained and present through professionalsâ actions within their working environment, whilst working...
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The NHS today struggles to maintain standards of care and deliver a comprehensive service to all [1]. For nearly a decade, the NHS has experienced a significant slowdown in funding growth while conversely, service demand (and cost of service provision) has snowballed [1]. Clinical radiology, predominately a service specialty, is an integral part of the majority of medical pathways with a vital role in the initial investigation and management of severely ill patients [2]. Patient-centered, high-quality care relies on rapid...
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Today I am going to talk about the different types of psychological research methods. The three types that I will cover are experiments, Observations, and Survey Methods. I will take two examples for each method and summarise the strengths and limitations of each one. The first area I will look at is his experiments. There are two types of experiments. These are lab and field. The first type of experiment I am going to discuss is a lab experiment. A...
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The ability to read and write serves as a fundamental skill that paves the way for personal development and societal advancement. In the United States, it has evolved from a privilege of the elite to an essential skill taught to nearly all citizens. Despite a high general schooling rate, challenges persist in achieving complete literacy, encompassing digital knowledge and functional writing proficiency among adults. This essay explores the multifaceted landscape of literacy in America, delving into its historical development, present...
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One of the biggest challenges right now facing England is obesity. In 2011, the World Health Organization (WHO) stated that childhood obesity is one of the âmost serious public health challenges of the 21st century.â The graph below shows obesity in teenagers in England has risen significantly during this 10-year period â 5%. The National Child Measurement Programme now states currently obesity among teenagers is fairly common in the UK âwith around one in five 11-15-year-olds being obese.â This opens...
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Introduction: According to Al-Hileh (2020), critical thinking skills are used for problem-solving, to fulfill any goals, and also for making informed decisions every day. Critical thinking is the ability to think clearly and rationally about what to do or what to believe. It is not a matter of accumulating information. A critical thinker is able to extract consequences for what to know and how to use this information to solve the problem. As a university student, it is really vital...
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